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The charity run in Pattaya will take place November 22, 2026, at Central Beach in Pattaya (Pattaya Klang Beach). The program includes walking and running over 1, 3, and 5 km, plus a 2.5 km wheelchair race. The event starts at 05.00 and ends at 08.00, Thailand local time.
The Ray Run Pattaya 2026 run is organized by the Father Ray Foundation and the city of Pattaya. You can register individually or choose the paired format offered by the organizers with a participant with a disability. Guide runners are provided for people with visual impairments, and older participants in wheelchairs may take part on the course with an escort.
You don’t have to run: walking distances are also part of the program. Choose the format that suits you and check the registration terms in advance.
Information current as of October 2026. Check the terms in official sources.
When and where
The venue is Central Beach in Pattaya, Chonburi Province. The date on the official website is given according to Thailand’s Buddhist calendar: “22 พฤศจิกายน 2569”, which corresponds to November 22, 2026.
Start of the event at 05.00, end at 08.00. This overall time frame is published in the Redemptorists’ official announcement. The start time of each distance is not confirmed separately, so check the schedule for your category before traveling.
The exact meeting point on the beach and street address are not listed in the official materials. First get the start point reference from the organizer, then plan your route: the beach name alone is not enough.
Distances and support
For walking and running, distances of 1, 3, and 5 km are available. A separate wheelchair race is also offered, covering 2.5 km.
The paired category (Duo) includes a runner and a person with a disability. For the wheelchair race, a paired format is also provided: a participant in a wheelchair with an escort, or two wheelchair participants.
Support is built into the organization of participation. Guide runners accompany people with visual impairments for the entire course. Older wheelchair participants may take part with a person who helps them.
The program combines walking, running, and a wheelchair race. This gives you the option to choose how you complete the course and, if needed, a format with support.
Participation Terms
Individual entry costs 800 baht, paired entry — 1,000 baht for two people, including the paired category for the wheelchair race. The individual fee for the 1, 3, and 5 km distances includes a T-shirt, bib number, and medal.
You can register on the official race website or in person at the Father Ray Foundation in Chonburi Province. Check the registration deadline, age restrictions, and how to receive the race kit with the organizer.
For walking or running, choose comfortable sportswear and shoes. If you need assistance, agree on its terms when registering. Wheelchair participants should separately check the route to the meeting point and access to the start: a detailed map is not provided in the official materials.
You can see other city events in the Pattaya event listings.
Frequently Asked Questions ❓
When will the run take place and what time does it start?
The run will take place November 22, 2026, at Central Beach in Pattaya. The event starts at 05.00 and ends at 08.00, Thailand local time; check the start schedule for individual distances with the organizer.
How much does it cost to participate?
Individual registration costs 800 baht. For individual entry in the 1, 3, and 5 km distances, the fee includes a T-shirt, bib number, and medal. The paired category costs 1,000 baht for two people, including the paired wheelchair race provided in the program.
Can I walk the course?
Yes, the program includes walking and running over 1, 3, and 5 km. When registering, choose a suitable distance and check the terms of your category.
How is participation by people with disabilities arranged?
Guide runners are provided for people with visual impairments over the entire course. A 2.5 km wheelchair race is offered for wheelchair participants, and older people in wheelchairs may take part with an escort.
Conclusion
The charity run in Pattaya brings walking, running, and a wheelchair race together in one program. Choose a suitable distance, check the meeting point, and register with the organizer. If you are planning a trip around the country, also take a look at the Thailand events calendar.